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11 results for Project Assistant in Oakland, CA

Research Assistant
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>The Research Assistant will provide direct support to a scientist with visual impairments in the CIS Labs environment. This role involves reading and interpreting advanced mathematical content aloud, assisting with drafting and typing documents, supporting manuscript preparation in LaTeX, and providing general administrative assistance.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Read research papers and other technical materials to the scientist.</li><li>Assist with detailed editing of research manuscripts in LaTeX, including:</li><li>Locating specific sections of LaTeX files based on instruction</li><li>Rearranging mathematical formulas and expressions to fit within document margins</li><li>Adjusting spacing and formatting to meet specified page limits</li><li>Provide mobility assistance to the scientist within the office, as needed.</li><li>Support the CIS Labs Administrative Assistant with expense reports and related administrative tasks, as needed.</li><li>Perform additional administrative and office support duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Office Assistant
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are hiring an Office Assistant to provide administrative support and help ensure efficient day-to-day office operations.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Answer phones and greet visitors</li><li>Manage filing, data entry, and document preparation</li><li>Order office supplies and maintain common areas</li><li>Assist with scheduling meetings and calendar coordination</li><li>Support mail distribution and general office tasks</li><li>Provide administrative support to multiple departments</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-17T00:00:00Z
Project Engineer
  • Mountain View, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a<strong> Project Enginee</strong>r to join a commercial construction team in Mountain View, California. This entry-level opportunity is ideal for someone who wants to build a long-term career in project management while gaining practical exposure to active interior construction projects. In this role, you will work closely with project leaders and field teams to keep documentation organized, support coordination efforts, and help projects move forward efficiently and safely.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist with maintaining project records, tracking milestones, and keeping documentation current throughout the project lifecycle.</p><p>• Review and help process drawings, submittals, requests for information, and change-related documents for accuracy and timely follow-up.</p><p>• Support schedule preparation, procurement tracking, and log management to help project teams stay organized and on target.</p><p>• Attend project meetings, record key discussion points, and follow up on assigned action items with internal teams and external partners.</p><p>• Communicate professionally with subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders to support day-to-day coordination.</p><p>• Contribute to site safety efforts by reinforcing established standards and helping monitor compliance on project sites.</p><p>• Organize project files and provide administrative support for RFIs, submittals, purchase orders, and related documentation.</p><p>• Assist with project closeout activities, including punch list coordination and the collection of final project records.</p><p>• Learn construction methods, permit processes, building systems, and trade coordination by working alongside experienced project managers and superintendents.<strong></strong></p>
  • 2026-10-28T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a plaintiff-side personal injury practice in Oakland, California. This role involves managing case activity from intake through litigation support, with a strong focus on filings, scheduling, and document preparation. The ideal candidate brings solid experience in civil litigation procedures and communicates effectively with attorneys, clients, courts, and outside providers.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate litigation calendars by tracking hearings, deadlines, appointments, and other time-sensitive case events.<br>• Prepare and submit court documents through electronic filing systems while ensuring compliance with applicable procedural requirements.<br>• Assist attorneys with discovery tasks, including organizing materials, drafting routine responses, and maintaining complete case files.<br>• Open and structure new matter files and document templates to support efficient case handling.<br>• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, medical offices, and other external contacts regarding case status and records requests.<br>• Request, review, and organize medical records and related documentation for personal injury matters.<br>• Maintain accurate file documentation and support the day-to-day progression of plaintiff personal injury cases.<br>• Provide general administrative and legal support across civil litigation matters as needed.
  • 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support its civil litigation practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering hands-on experience in a collaborative, plaintiff-side law firm environment with long-term potential. The Legal Assistant will provide essential administrative and case support to attorneys and paralegals handling civil litigation matters, primarily personal injury cases. This role is ideal for a legal professional looking to deepen their litigation experience while contributing to the day-to-day operations of a fast-paced firm.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals</li><li>Assist with drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Help prepare and organize pleadings, discovery, and case materials</li><li>Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files</li><li>Track deadlines, assist with calendaring, and schedule meetings and appointments</li><li>Coordinate with clients, court personnel, experts, and vendors as needed</li><li>Assist with court filings and service of documents under attorney direction</li><li>Support trial preparation and other litigation-related tasks as assigned</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Boutique law firm is seeking a part-time Legal Assistant to support legal and administrative operations in Menlo Park, California. This Legal Assistant position is ideal for someone who can manage deadlines, coordinate court-related documentation, and keep case activity organized in a fast-paced environment. The role requires strong administrative judgment, accuracy in legal filings, and the ability to work effectively across multiple litigation matters. This part-time role is 20-25 hours per week with a flexible schedule within standard business hours and requires on-site work. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of administrative experience in a corporate work environment; legal experience is a plus but not required. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems while ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines.</p><p>• Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, case milestones, and other time-sensitive litigation events.</p><p>• Organize case files, correspondence, and supporting records so materials are current, accessible, and properly documented.</p><p>• Coordinate court filings and related follow-up activities, including confirming submissions and resolving filing issues when needed.</p><p>• Assist with civil litigation matters by supporting document preparation, case tracking, and general legal administrative tasks.</p><p>• Monitor scheduling changes and communicate important updates to attorneys and internal stakeholders in a timely manner.</p><p>• Perform routine legal support duties that contribute to efficient case management and day-to-day workflow continuity.Botui</p>
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
Program Coordinator
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 51 - 61 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Program Coordinator to support cross-functional initiatives that strengthen operations, service delivery, and stakeholder engagement in Menlo Park, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can coordinate multiple projects, keep teams aligned, and ensure programs move forward with clear documentation and consistent communication. The role partners with clinical, administrative, and service teams to help organize workflows, support business development efforts, and contribute to a high standard of customer service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate projects that enhance departmental operations and support program growth by defining goals, tracking progress, and keeping stakeholders informed.<br>• Organize meetings and working groups to address operational needs, document outcomes, and distribute follow-up communication to relevant teams.<br>• Support care coordination activities by understanding service workflows and helping facilitate patient-related inquiries and visit logistics when needed.<br>• Oversee the development and distribution of marketing collateral, event materials, and other communications for internal and external audiences.<br>• Assist with vendor, consultant, and contractor engagement by supporting evaluation, selection, and coordination processes.<br>• Monitor program activities for adherence to organizational, hospital, and university policies through quality review and process oversight.<br>• Analyze existing business processes, document findings, and recommend improvements that help achieve project objectives.<br>• Build productive relationships with customers, clients, vendors, and community partners while representing the organization in an attentive and inclusive manner.
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • San Leandro, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our team is seeking an early-career Accounting Assistant to join our growing company in San Leandro. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start or advance their accounting career while gaining exposure to multiple areas of accounting operations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process accounts payable transactions, including coding invoices, reconciling vendor statements, and ensuring timely payments</li><li>Support accounts receivable: generate invoices, post payments, and monitor aging reports</li><li>Assist with general accounting duties such as data entry, reconciliations, and maintaining accurate records</li><li>Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Provide support for audit and compliance requests</li><li>Communicate professionally with internal teams and external vendors/customers</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Mountain View, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 21.375 - 24.75 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-focused Accounting Assistant to join our team in Mountain View, California on a Contract basis. In this role, you will support day-to-day accounting activities by helping maintain accurate financial records, resolve outstanding items, and keep invoice and expense processes moving efficiently. This opportunity is well suited for someone who can step into a fast-paced environment, manage multiple follow-ups, and deliver reliable administrative and accounting support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices in accounting systems, ensuring entries are complete, properly documented, and coded accurately.<br>• Review submitted invoices and expense materials to identify missing details, approval gaps, duplicate charges, or other inconsistencies that require follow-up.<br>• Reconcile credit card activity by matching transactions to receipts and researching items that do not align with supporting records.<br>• Communicate with project managers and employees to obtain approvals, receipts, project details, and other outstanding information needed for accounting workflows.<br>• Support billing and project accounting tasks by verifying customer and project data and organizing documentation required for accurate invoicing.<br>• Maintain orderly electronic financial files and track pending items, unresolved questions, and outstanding requests to help reduce processing backlogs.<br>• Provide regular updates to the accounting lead on completed work, open issues, and items that need further review or escalation.<br>• Assist with general accounting data entry, administrative support, and other finance-related tasks as assigned.
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
Legal Assitant
  • San Jose, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 45 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and scheduling</li><li>Prepare, revise, and format legal documents and correspondence</li><li>File documents in state and federal courts</li><li>Maintain case files and document management systems</li><li>Coordinate client communications and meetings</li><li>Assist with discovery, trial preparation, and administrative tasks</li><li>Track deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 103000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our plaintiff-side personal injury practice in Oakland, California. In this role, you will provide essential support to attorneys and clients throughout the progression of injury claims and litigation matters. This opportunity is ideal for someone who values organized case management, clear communication, and meaningful work that helps injured individuals pursue fair outcomes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate the day-to-day handling of personal injury matters from initial intake through settlement or trial support.<br>• Prepare, revise, and submit legal documents, correspondence, and court-related filings with accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for clients, medical offices, insurers, and other parties involved in active cases.<br>• Maintain orderly case records, monitor litigation calendars, and track important deadlines to support timely case progress.<br>• Assist with discovery preparation, settlement documentation, and compilation of materials needed for hearings, mediations, or trial.<br>• Perform administrative and clerical support tasks, including data entry, document organization, and file maintenance.<br>• Protect sensitive information and demonstrate professionalism in all written, verbal, and client-facing interactions.
  • 2026-10-04T00:00:00Z